Valentin Castellanos has officially completed a move from Lazio to West Ham. The forward joins after weeks of speculation, with the transfer now confirmed by all parties. The club have made the announcement following final approval and registration, with the player set to be unveiled imminently. It's the end of the road for a transfer story that featured a number of different potential suitors along the way, including Flamengo. Valentin Castellanos is now confirmed as a West Ham player, with everything from contract approval to medicals now done. West Ham's 25/26 output of 1.05 goals per game is behind league levels. The addition of Valentin Castellanos would give them the sharper edge they're missing in front of goal. Alongside this, Lazio are said to be exploring Lazar Samardzic with West Ham likewise connected to Edward Nketiah, Troy Parrott and Chris Wood. Stay tuned to PlayerSwitch for up-to-the-minute football transfer rumours and news from your club and beyond.